Sphingolipid Levels ID Women at Risk for Episodic Migraine
Every standard deviation increase in ceramide levels tied to ~92 percent lower risk of migraine
Melatonin May Play a Role in Seasonal MS Relapses
Melatonin improves symptoms in mice and reduces levels of specific T cells
CDC: Second Death Reported in Salmonella Outbreak
Tainted cucumbers also linked to 341 illnesses in 30 states, CDC officials report
Physician Re-Entry Program Set to Redress Physician Shortage
Program open to physicians of any specialty who complete an intensive online curriculum
Modest Predictive Power for HbA1c in Atherosclerotic CVD Risk
Incorporation of expected HbA1c distribution has modest effect on post-test atherosclerotic CVD risk
4% Increase in Population of Actively Licensed Physicians
Total population up to 916,264 in 2014; 12,168 more physicians being added annually than lost
Non-O Blood Group Tied to Higher CAD, MI Risk
Findings based on meta-analysis involving 10 studies, nearly 175,000 people
EHR Vendors Not Adhering to Usability Certification Standards
Several widely used EHR products found not to adhere to ONC certification requirements
Accelerated MD Program Doesn’t Mar Academic Performance
Academic performance of students is comparable in accelerated program, conventional MD program
Genetics, Environment Equally Contribute to Rosacea
For those with family history, limiting sun exposure can help curb condition
